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EL MIRADOR

UPPER COLONIAS Newly constructed in Upper Las Colonias, this beautiful Pueblo style home of 3 bedrooms 2 baths and a 2 car garage features a contemporary Southwestern flair. Enter thru the enclosed landscaped courtyard to this brilliant sunny open floor plan (lots of solar gain and a corner kiva) with exposed beamed high ceilings and great great views of Taos Mountain. A very modern kitchen with stylish white quartzite countertops and a large central island, features stainless appliances and beautiful cabinetry, includes a stainless farmhouse sink. Fully landscaped property, all on drip irrigation. MLS 104457 • $665,000

An entertainer’s delight and for those seeking privacy and great views, a truly magnificent home in the beautiful El Mirador subdivision on a 10+ acre lot. An expansive home of 5635 sq ft built by Bob Orner in Pueblo style adobe construction, has been meticulously maintained. The High ceiling great room with vigas, latillas and kiva fireplace has 3 sets of French doors opening onto patios with unparalleled western views. The ultimate gourmet kitchen opens onto a beautiful Ramada for outside dining and is warmed by kiva fireplace. Home features expansive “gallery” space, wet bar and 3rd en suite bedroom is set up with kitchenette for caretaker’s space and is private. Gated entrance, paved driveway and extensive landscaping all on drip and a location that is so convenient for access to Santa Fe and points south. This home is air conditioned. MLS 102650 • 1,600,000

TAOS SKI VALLEY Expansive home in convenient location on Twining Road close to the heart of Taos Ski Valley, a short walk to base area and lifts, 5 bedrooms and 3 baths in main house. 27’ foot cathedral ceilings in living room, features open floor plan with living, dining, kitchen and garden area. Kitchen has granite counter tops and large pantry. Living area has large stone fireplace and buffalo head which stays. Leaded glass windows and stained glass features. Multiple decks to access outside living. 2 bedrooms on main floor and 3 upstairs also includes loft areas for kid sleeping and full size laundry.

Master bath upgraded, features steam shower. Attached apartment with bath and kitchen for owner caretaker, mother in law or your friendly ski bum. Property sold furnished.

MLS 99464 • $795,000

UPPER COLONIAS Taos today!! New construction, style and quality in a primo Northside location with excellent views in every direction.

Clean lines and large windows bring the outdoors in. Gourmet kitchen, split floor plan, generous closets and a 2 car garage on over an acre in Upper Colonias. 3BR/2BA/2 car garage 1.27 acres. MLS 104549 • $675,00

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3 bedroom 2 bath Adobe home close to Taos Plaza on De Teves Lane and fronting on Kit Carson Road with adobe guesthouse of 2 bedrooms 1 bath all on 0.59 acres. Beams and vigas in ceilings and hardwood floors. Original home built in the 1930’s and added on to over the ensuing decades. Large trees and grass front yard, property has historic water rights. R-14 zoning on this parcel. A short walk to town of Taos and all of its many amenities.

MLS 103660 • $475,000

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2020 REALTOR of the Year Doug Bachtel

Doug has served the Taos County Association of REALTORS® as President for many years. As a REALTOR, Doug is committed to professional, as he serves on the State Professional Standards Committee and has done so for years. His high standard of ethics is an asset to being a great Qualifying Broker and is always willing to serve the Association and his fellow REALTORS®.

Doug is very active in his community volunteering on various committee boards.

Congratulations to Doug and a heartfelt thanks for all that you do for the Taos County Association of REALTORS® and your community.

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BRAND NEW HOME offering all desired amenities at a great price. Ceramic tile floors, slick plaster, coved ceilings, vigas beams, two Kiva fireplaces and more...

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HISTORIC NORTHERN NEW MEXICO. Homestead typical in Taos Valley in the early 20th century. Generations have worked this 4.74 lush acreage, raised livestock & families.

Large 4 bed/2 bath home sits needs quite a bit of work/ restoration.There is a very large 2 car garage that can accommodate oversize vehicles or equipment.The back irrigated land is leased until harvest in the fall.This property is a slice of Americana. MLS#103270 $297,900

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THE SUNSET HOUSE! This immaculate 4 bed/2 bath 2200 sq ft home has a spacious floor plan with high ceilings, light & bright kitchen w/ stainless appliances and lots of storage. Outside features a 2 carport, back deck, fenced back yard, dog run and storage shed. Incredible views of both the mountains and spectacular sunsets. MLS#102899 $289,000 PROPERTY IS IN EXCELLENT LOCATION primed for renovation. Current owner spent significant time developing comprehensive plans for complete renovation (formal plans approved by Town of Taos included with sale), as well as initial interior demo and substantial exterior tree removal. Property located just outside the Historic Planning District. Significant potential for upside! Unforeseen sale by current owner due to personal family issues. MLS# 104016 $219,000

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Celebrating 20 Years of Serving the Taos Community

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Located in Pond Village and walking distance to the Plaza, is the original 2600 sf 3 BD/2 BA hacienda of the Pond Family, which was upgraded in 2012. Featuring an impressive Great Room with massive kiva and library, upgraded kitchen, formal dining room, light lled master suite, exterior covered patios/decks, a hot tub and so much more...call for a tour.

MLS# 103675 $699,000

This beautiful 5 room/2 bath 1800 sq. ft. property on .60 acres is a professional ofce that could serve many different uses. Offering a lovely reception entrance, large seating area, spacious rooms, nishes of wood, slate and carpeted oors, a replace, an abundance of natural light, indoor and outdoor storage, a landscaped yard, large parking area and more... set up a showing today!

MLS# 103809 $399,000

Here is a stunning 4 BD/3.5 BA 8,500 sf Adobe Hacienda and separate 2 BD/2 BA 2,500 sf Guest Quarters that sits on 10 acres in the foothills of Arroyo Hondo. Featuring sumptuous rooms, a large commercial grade kitchen, a grand master bed and bath with a formal sitting room, spacious bedrooms, an indoor pool, outdoor patios, 5 car garage, amazing views and so, so much more.

MLS# 104011 $1,995,000

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In the desirable foothills of El Salto, is this gorgeous 2+ acre lot. Come and build your home on this lusciously treed land, with several open building sites, and unmatched views. Located close to Arroyo Seco, TSV and Town, this parcel has it all. Come and have a look!

MLS# 104191 $259,000

This rare in town 0.35 acre building lot with mature trees and very easy access, is a beauty! Come see this at, wide open building site boasting partial landscaping, views and natural light. All utilities are in the paved road or nearby, and the best part?

The convenience of walking to town...worth a visit!

MLS# 104514 $175,000

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Build on this picture-perfect 4+ acre homesite, that is fully irrigated, and enjoy the unimpeded views in all directions.

A new road will provide easy access to the dividable property and wide open spaces create opportunities that are endless. Enjoy living minutes to Arroyo Seco and being close to Town and Taos Ski Valley. Give us a call!

MLS# 104208 $299,000

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HISTORIC IN-TOWN ESTATE

The Historic Taos Territorial Compound is now available for a home or investment property. Known originally as Casa Romero, this corner oasis with mature landscaping sits just off the main plaza, in the center of town. The main 3250 sf house was originally constructed in 1875 as a classic Center Passage Territorial, which includes a main sala and 4 generous equally proportioned rooms on the ground level. Two luxurious master suites occupy the second oor as well as two balcony areas. Also included are two colorful stand alone, 1BD/1BA casitas, fully furnished and hand painted by Taos’ own Jim Wagner. A 1200 sf artist studio building known as the Chicken Coop, was redesigned as a sophisticated loft/guesthouse apartment with 2 BA, galley kitchen, large windows, stone oors and oversized ceilings. Each of the buildings/units enjoy private seating areas, gardens and hot tubs. The entire estate was lovingly restored in the early 2000’s and offers the perfect blend of modern upgrades and historic charm that only vintage homes can provide. The property is ideal for a family retreat, private school or museum, or investment vacation rental property. Call us to see this exquisite landmarked estate in the heart of the historic district.

MLS# 104500 $1,950,000 POND VILLAGE ADOBE

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Here is a lovely 1500 sf 2 BD/2 BA home, designed with an open oor plan offering a spacious living room, kitchen and dining area.

Also featuring southwestern details such as vigas, heated tile oors and a kiva replace, AND is located walking distance to the Plaza. Call today.

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Come and tour this remarkable 2300 sf traditional style 2 BD/2 BA adobe home and 700 sf 1 BD/1 BA guest house situated in the heart of Taos!

Enjoy the tasteful balance of classic NM features with contemporary details indoors, and outside, the beautiful patios, lawn and courtyard.

MLS# 104356 $758,000

JOHN & LISA CANCRO

This beautiful 2 BD/2 BA 1696 sf home on 2+ acres features an open oor plan of the living room, dining room and kitchen allowing for easy ow and a relaxed lifestyle, expansive views and more. Plus, it is just minutes to the golf course and Town. Call us for a private tour of this home.

MLS# 103940 $419,000 COMPASSIONATE AGENTS ENCHANTED HOMES CXXXI

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WHY WE LOVE THE ROOMS WE LOVE continued from p. 13

1 RIGHT Ducking under a low beam through a narrow opening, one enters a den that offers a mediating size transition between the foyer and Great Room.

2 1 VIEW from DEN into GREAT ROOM 2 VIEW from FOYER into GREAT ROOM 3 VIEW from KITCHEN into GREAT ROOM

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A ROOM WITH A HUGE VIEW We framed the main view with 9-foothigh windows set in a radius wall that wraps the sitting area (2). At the far end of the room, the dining area enjoys the Truchas views as well as the best art walls in the house. From both spaces you can exit onto the big wraparound deck, stepping smack into the huge view. The progression is from big view to an even bigger view – the allure is irresistible!

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Stepping back inside, you return to an interior that’s quite welcoming, despite its high ceilings and considerable expanse. A beautiful stone fireplace anchors the room, the distressed oak floors are organic and warm – and on three sides are smaller spaces that invite you to a more intimate experience.

First comes the foyer, a small transition space with a low ceiling of vigas and split-cedar latillas. So, entering through

the front door there’s a deliberate sense of compression, followed by a dramatic pop! as you step into Great Room with its 12-foot ceilings and big views. The pop is accentuated by having to pass under a low rough-cut beam and between two viga posts.

The process runs in reverse when approaching the den at the far end of the Great Room. Again, you pass through a narrow opening and under a low beam to reach a cozy room with a sofa and two chairs. The ceiling is 3 feet lower than the Great Room, and has spruce latillas that lend a warm, old Taos feel that’s enhanced by tamarisk-paneled doors covering the recessed TV. This

3 LEFT The scale of the kitchen is larger than the den or foyer, reflecting its functional relationship to the living and dining areas.

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KITCHEN time, you’ve gone from the expansive, social space into a scaled-down retreat designed for a couple to enjoy rest, relaxation and intimacy. Now go back into the Great Room and, you guessed it: pop!

THE KITCHEN IS THE HEART The kitchen, always the heart of the house, opens to the center of the Great Room. It has distressed pine cabinets and a tumbled marble splash to soften the dazzling quartzite countertops. From the working island, the cook can communicate with guests across the entire Great Room. Comfy chairs at the island feature the same fabric as the nearby dining set.

It is a working space with an important relationship to the Great Room – so its proportions are only slightly scaled down.

More than a year after construction ended, we’re still working on the fabrics, furnishings and décor that define the character of each room as well as highlight the dynamism between them. For example, the Great Room is formal (liveedge walnut dining table, blue Oaxacan rugs, leather sofa and coved plaster ceilings), while the den has more color and texture (figured mesquite tables, a red Southwestern rug, an upholstered sofa and the latilla ceiling). We applied

the same approach to the bedrooms and bathrooms where intimacy rules. Each suite has a different color scheme, the textures are more sensual and pillows and fabrics deliver the comfort factor.

It’ll be spring or summer before artwork completes the home. Will we ever be done? Probably not! A house is – to those of us who love it – a living thing that always changes.

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Taos Real Estate Market Report CONDOMINIUMS – 2019 unit sales were 20% above 2018’s total (13 more condos sold this year). Dollar sales were up 28%. As with single-family homes, lack of inventory has condo prices rising. Median and average prices were up 8% and 7%, respectively. Prices are almost back to pre-crash levels; however, unit sales are still well below the numbers seen in the early 2000’s.

LAND – The number of land sales for the full year was up 24%, with 29 more tracts sold in 2019 compared to 2018.

Dollar sales were up 15%. Median price was up 4%, but average price was down 7%. The land market hasn’t recovered from the recession nearly as much as the residential market. Whereas there is more demand than supply for homes and condos, in the land market the reverse is true.

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$310,500

$320,000

$9,500

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$370,300

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$ Volume

$16,426,500

$20,997,000

$4,570,500

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$212,500

$230,000

$17,500

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Average Price

$248,900

$265,800

$16,900

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$ Volume

$11,309,700

$12,983,200

$1,673,500

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Median Price

$62,300

$65,000

$2,700

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Average Price

$91,900

$85,400

($6,500)

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NOTE: These data do not include Angel Fire and other areas in the Taos MLS that are not considered part of the main Taos market. Based on data from the Taos County Assn. Realtors MLS as of 1/07/2020. Data are believed to be accurate, but are not guaranteed.

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SINGLE-FAMILY HOMES – Unit sales were 5% below last year’s pace (15 fewer homes sold in 2019 than in 2018). Dollar volume was also down 5%. Buyer interest continued to increase, but the supply of homes for sale was inadequate to meet the increased demand. Median price for the year was up 3%; average price was about the same as in 2018. Prices generally are back to where they were before the real estate crash of 2008; they should continue to rise because demand will continue to exceed supply. If you are thinking of selling, now is a great time! Call for a free market analysis of the value of your house, and a consultation about the selling process.

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COUNTRY LIVING! Sweet 2-bedroom/1-bath real adobe main house and 1-bedroom.1-bath guest house on 4.45 acres. The 1,089-square foot main house is comfortable and cozy, with hot water baseboard heat, wood floors, beams with tongue & groove ceilings, loft, and covered porch on two sides. The 500-square foot guest house offers charming accommodations for guests, and would be a good rental property. Huge (30’ x 60’) workshop/studio is heated and plumbed for a bathroom & shower. Plenty of versatile space for the serious craftsman, artist, hobbyist. Two fully-fenced pastures with water rights, plus a barn, shed and outbuildings, make this property suitable for horses, other livestock and/or agriculture. On Town water, but with a well, too. Pastoral setting with mountain views, convenient to the Village of Questa, about 20 miles north of Taos. Near Cabresto Lake, for hiking, fishing and other outdoor recreation. Classic northern New Mexico homestead! $329,000 MLS 104381 view.paradym.com/v/89-Cabresto-Road-Questa-NM-87556/4420548

BEAUTIFUL 4-BDRM HOME Well-maintained and immaculate, like new!

Kitchen w/ granite counters, stainless appliances, pantry opens to Living Room with lots of light, gas FP, access to nicely landscaped back yard. Master suite includes large bedroom, walk-in closet, jetted tub, separate shower stall.

One of the bedrooms has separate entrance. Back yard offers nice outdoor living spaces with patio, trees, fine mountain views. Attached 2-car garage.

Convenient access to Town and Ski Valley. Excellent rental property! $372,000 MLS 104550 view.paradym.com/v/3-Catalina-Court-El-Prado-NM-87529/4440019

IN-TOWN CONDO 2-bedroom/2-bath condo in park-like setting with big trees, pond with waterfall. Classic southwestern blended with modern style. Bonus den downstairs, and loft above. Light & bright, with in-floor radiant heat, wood and tile floors, nice kitchen, open floor plan. Wood-burning stove. Comfortable deck overlooks the lovely grounds. Convenient location just a few blocks from Taos center. Lots of storage. $345,000 MLS 103283 view.paradym.com/4341501

3-UNIT INCOME PROPERTY! All units are 1BR/1BA, 640 sq. ft. with natural gas space heaters, stack washer/dryer. Each apartment has a deck off second floor with wonderful views over valley and to the mountains. Off-street parking.

Conveniently located about 12 minutes south of Taos center. Excellent return on investment! The supply of long-term rentals in Taos is very low, and rents are rising! $250,000 MLS 98471

IN-TOWN LOT Rare home site close to Taos center. Lot is 0.8 acre, large enough for an ample home, garage, outbuildings, gardening.

Located about 0.3 mile from Taos Plaza--an easy walk to Historic District, restaurants, shops, etc. Surface water rights. Sensible restrictions. $150,000 MLS 101962 view.paradym.com/4218441

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575-758-3275 225 Kit Carson Road

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SUMPTUOUS SOUTHWEST LIVING

Beautiful, Lee Stanford designed, pumice and frame 3200 sq ft, in-town home with 4bed/4bath/2car garage. Custom colored, smooth plaster walls, high ceilings, Pete Barlow doors, stained concrete oors, generous master suite, decks with views, a grand staircase to the upstairs entertainment room. Lush living with air.

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At the base of El Salto, this 3 bed/3 bath + studio/in law unit is all about the views – the living space and the master wing are on the second oor with dramatic vistas of the valley & the guest wing and the studio apartment are on the rst. This is an Ian Forsberg built home with an addition designed by Jed Magee. MLS#102900 $885,000 $855,000

ELEGANT CONDO ON THE RIO

SUMPTUOUS SOUTHWEST LIVING Bright, light, spacious, 2bed/2.5 bath meticulously maintained condo in Las Residencias del Rio with superior nishes - split cedar and vigas in the ceiling, smooth troweled plaster walls, stained concrete and saltillo oors. A versatile oor plan allows the master to be either up or down and comes with a detached garage. MLS # 104523 $490,000

SAN CRISTOBAL LOG CABIN

Large 2 story log cabin on lush 0.93 acre lot in the delightful village of San Cristobal with shade trees (cottonwoods) water rights and seasonal stream. Close to hiking trails and very secluded. MLS# 103669 $232,000.

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MLS# 103629 – $37,500 - 3.00 acres • MLS# 103563 – $49,500 - 1.65 acres MLS# 103564 - $149,000 - 2.51 acres • MLS# 103768 - $104,000 – 79.86 acres

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Multi-Family in San Cristobal This large triplex located just over the hill from Arroyo Hondo is situated in San Cristobal. Solid construction, 3500 sf of rustic living, with flagstone and brick floors and handsome vigas. Originally an adobe home with additions. Large sunny windows warm the interior. Each unit has a separate entrance, but could also be accessed from the interior to merge into a single family situation. Brand new septic system. Carport parking, and 3.3 acres of grassy land and mature fruit trees. Bring your extended family, or rent the units out!

MLS 103948, $385,000

Ten Unit Investment Opportunity on the Ranchos Plaza A prime location on the famous Historic St Francis Plaza. An investment property with 10 rental units on 0.35 acres on a well and El Valle Sanitation system. One large building fronting the Plaza has commercial potential, 4 budget aparrtment rental units are currently inhabitable. A historic home was under renovation, can be finished as a gallery or residence. The east buildiing suffered water damage, and needs a handyman to restore it. This place once had a great cash flow, and could again. All this for only $269,000 MLS# 104384

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Your Resource for your 21st Century living

GRAND AND GRACIOUS HOME overlooking the Valley and the mountains. Top of the line Construction throughout. Featuring Viking Appliances in the Chefs Kitchen, recycled Barn-Wood floors, 4 kiva fireplaces, Temperature controlled “wine” room, 870’ Portal to watch the sunsets, lovely Master Bedroom with large Ensuite. MLS#104175 $775,000 OWNER FINANCING AVAILABLE!

HEART OF ARROYO SECO. A short walk from the village sits this delightful 2 bedroom home and its attached 1 bedroom guest house. Built for comfort and low utilities amid a pastoral setting. MLS#102586 $375,000

SET BACK FROM THE MAIN ROAD, this beautiful, 4 bedroom, 2 1/2 bath, authentic, adobe home on 1 acre, This home has fabulous mountain views, front and back courtyards with views, privacy, dining space and gorgeous, established gardens. This move-in ready home will make your Taos dreams come true! MLS#103600 $474,900

SWEET well cared for 3 bedroom, 2 full bath home.

This house has an open living room and kitchen area with lots of light. Master bedroom is separate from the other two bedrooms with a walk-in closet and large bathroom . Vaulted tongue and groove ceilings, in-floor radiant heat, plus additional Envi space heaters .

Propanel roof and a front porch with the magnificent Taos Mountain view! Back patio has the sunset views and bird baths for bird watching. Fiber Optic at lot.

MLS#104276 $199,500

ADOBE HOME WALKING DISTANCE TO THE PLAZA. Master bedroom and bathroom addition with stained concrete floors, large view windows, walk-in closet. Second bathroom has his and her sinks with oversized tiled shower. Large kitchen with a lot of counter top space. Home has unique lighting fixtures and newly installed flooring in kitchen and hallways. Large porch of the rear of the house with fenced yard for pets. Huge willow tree in the yard and mature spruce trees along the front porch.

Long front porch to enjoy the outdoor living space.

Great location and price! MLS#104117 $299,000

WELL MAINTAINED HOME with living room and family room. Home has active solar panels to offset utilities. Sunken living room with kiva fireplace and wonderful views of the surrounding mountains. Long front porch with incredible views of the sunsets. Tiled floors throughout. Hot tub off the family room with privacy fence and views of Taos Mountain. Hard to beat the price. MLS#103758 $399,000

CLASSIC! Sweet adobe and frame, one bedroom, one bath home with a spacious workroom. Sits on one acre with a view. Enjoy the quiet and private space. Not many like this homestead anymore.

Walk to the river to fish, raft or just enjoy the serenity. Hiking out your back door!

MLS#104236 $179,000

NICE 1.3 ACRE TRACT IN DES MONTES with water rights on Lobo Road. Convenient to the Hondo Seco Road. MLS#104450 Only $79,000

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Dream Big with Taos’ Leading Agency. ....Since 1987.

Joel K Schantz, Qualifying Broker

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Diane Enright, Assoc. Broker

diane@taoshomes.com 575-758-5478 (direct) Brandon Rose, Buyer’s Broker brandon@taoshomes.com 866-758-5478 (toll free) www.taoshomes.com

#1 Real Estate Company in Taos

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GOODBYE WORLD -HELLO MOTHER NATURE! This 3,195 sq. ft home & guest quarters on 1 ac. in the trees provides privacy & quiet. The main house has 2BR + office, 2.5BA, & 1 car finished garage. The guest suite downstairs, used for short term rentals, is 1BR/1BA + sleeping nook, kitchen, & lg greenhouse. Upstairs, the living areas are open w/ SW touches & wood plank floors.

Love the great outdoors? $424,000 MLS#104536

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STILL LOSING AT FINDING A WINNER? This delightful 2BR/2BA/1CG, 1,361 sq. ft. pueblo style home is ready for you to move in and groove. The interior has open living spaces with all the Southwest touches like a corner kiva fireplace, vigas, bancos, and beautiful tile accents. Lots of windows bring in big mountain views & there’s a patio out back to enjoy sunsets. Turnkey? Yes. Smile! $369,000 MLS#104553

BIG BANG FOR THE BUCK! 3BR/2BA pueblo-style modular home on 1.3 acres with open floorplan, large kitchen w/stainless appliances, island, and lots of cabinets.

Roomy master suite with bath w/tub & separate shower.

Panoramic views of mountains in all directions. In developing subdivision with buried utilities, sensible restrictions + a shared well. Convenient access to Town or Taos Ski Valley.. $189,000 MLS#104354

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IN-TOWN UPTOWN Stylish 3BR/2.5BA/1CG 1,966 sq. ft. condo within walking distance to Taos Plaza. Open living & dining area w/ gas fireplace, abundant natural light, and flexible spaces. Corner unit w/ extensive outdoor living areas w/ shade trees. Master suite w/ gas fireplace, walk-in closet, spacious bathroom and roof deck. $389,000 MLS#103769

THE “IN” CROWD This In-town home has 2BR/2BA, 1,435 sq. ft. (built in 2017) in Valverde Commons, a Cohousing/Intentional Community. A great room w/ gas FP, kitchen w/pantry, & sleeping nook. The 2nd BR is equipped for a studio complete w/ closet & sink. A deck off the dining area, fenced yard, & a 10ac. park next door.

Check out www.valverdecommons.com and see if this could be your next home. $435,000 MLS#104484

BRIGHT OUTLOOK. This 3BR/2BA/2CG pueblo style home has all the “right stuff” to brighten your day. Living, dining, & kitchen are all open and solar tubes & skylights make it brighter. Stainless appliances & plenty of storage in kitchen. Take entertaining outside to the covered patio w/ a perfect spot for a hot tub and landscaping & drip are in to make living easy. $399,000 MLS#103355

THINK STORYBOOK! An idyllic setting tucked in the trees by a babbling brook, orchard, verdant field, & breathtaking views in El Salto. This one-of-a-kind 18.052+/-ac. is incomparable. A 1.15+/- ac. building envelope w/ house, caretaker quarters, & barn/ carport is surrounded by a conservation easement w/ the Taos Land Trust. $1,200,000 MLS#103423

A PROPERTY LIKE NO OTHER. Set in a 3.2 ac. oasis among rolling hills and mountain views, Terra Nova was designed as a sanctuary for healing body and spirit. Enter a vine-covered trellis to the stunning courtyard amid 3 separate structures: 1BR/1BA Hexagon, 2BR adobe, and adobe studio/office, all finished in fine detail and quality. Solar gridtie interface. $849,000 MLS#101181

IF YOU’RE A CONNOISSEUR OF QUALITY Nothing was spared in design and detail to create one of the most beautiful properties you’ll see. This Northside luxury custom compound on 9.7+/- ac. is centered around the elegant 3,800 sq. ft. adobe home which boasts a pool pavilion, gym, expansive office/studio, plus a 500 sq. ft.

1BR/1BA guesthouse. $1,925,000 MLS#101627

OPTIMUM OFFICE. Lots of light, stained concrete floors, a mini kitchen, and bathroom w/ shower (ADA friendly) provide lots of options in this 1,051 sq ft energy efficient commercial condo.

Spacious open area downstairs. 2 nice size rooms upstairs w/ views. Evaporative cooling and subfloor radiant heat down w/ hot water baseboard up. Wired for phone, ethernet, security, & satellite. Paved parking & easy access. $195,000 MLS#103577

BIG & BOLD. This 4,000 sq ft commercial condo is in the heart of the bustling industrial area. Zoned M-1 you have options for commercial uses, storage, manufacturing, or any combo. The metal building is well insulated and features nat’l gas in floor radiant heat, town water & sewer, 3 ADA $410,000 MLS#100449

WHEN QUALITY COUNTS. This is IT! A custom 2,292 sq ft. 2BR/2.5BA /1CG on 1.24 ac. in Vista Linda. Lots of windows, high ceilings, , library, living rm w/ kiva FP, & a deluxe kitchen w/ granite/stainless/top line appliances. A view filled dining rm opens thru French doors to delightful outdoor areas. The heated oversized ICG is now used as an office/den. $547,000 MLS#104296

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diane@taoshomes.com 575-758-5478 (direct) Brandon Rose, Buyer’s Broker brandon@taoshomes.com 866-758-5478 (toll free) www.taoshomes.com

#1 Real Estate Company in Taos

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HISTORIC COMPOUND IN THE HEART OF TAOS

STEEPED IN HISTORY, this picturesque property steps from Taos Plaza consists of a 2BR/2BA main dwelling, a 1BR/1BA casita, a lovely 1BR/2BA unit, and a studio apt. all around a walled courtyard. Oh, the possibilities! MLS#104605 $1,195,000

THE ‘WOW’ FACTOR

PERCHED UP HIGH IN EL SALTO, this stunning 3,800 sq. ft 3BR/2.5BA/3CG adobe home on 2.25 ac. with family room reaches new heights when it comes to views. The LR has windows on 3 sides and the wrap around portal is like no other. $1,200,000

EXPECT THE EXCEPTIONAL!

SO MUCH QUALITY, so much thought went into this 4,800 sq. ft. home with its 1,500 sq. ft. 2/BR/2BA guesthouse, and 2CG plus an oversized garage & greenhouse. A 970 sq. ft chapel (studio) is a bonus. Views abound from this ridge top 11ac site bordering USFS. MLS#104187 $2,180,000

LIVE LARGE!

EVERY DAY’S A VACATION in this grand 6,787 sq. ft. 6BR/5.5BA/3CG pueblo style home on 20.9 ac. bordering USFS in Turley Mills (convenient to Taos Ski Valley) A beautiful pool and hot tub with incredible views and indoor sauna provide a spa feel. MLS#102458 $2,195,000 ©2020 BHH Affiliates, LLC. An independently owned and operated franchisee of BHH Affiliates, LLC. Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices and the Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices symbol are registered service marks of HomeServices of America, Inc.® Equal Housing Opportunity.

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#1 Real Estate Company in Taos

314A Paseo del Pueblo Norte, Taos, NM 87571 • BHHSTaosRealEstate.com • 575 758 1924 • 800 530 8889

314A Paseo del Pueblo Norte, Taos, NM 87571 • BHHSTaosRealEstate.com • 575 758 1924 • 800 530 8889

READY TO PUT ROOTS DOWN?

Own one of the last large tracts in Valdez. 36+/- acres from the valley floor to Carson National Forest boundary. 15 minutes to Taos Ski Valley. 15 minutes to Taos Plaza.

A world apart. MLS# 104409 $325,000

INTEGRITY + KNOWLEDGE = RESULTS DELIVERED

In town location primed for development next to Vegas de Taos Subdivision. 5.546 acres zoned R-4 with town utilities nearby. Mountain views with access off Cruz Alta Rd. MLS# 104560 $625,000

The right Broker makes all the difference. Your success is my mission!

Ready to Sell or Buy? Give me a call today!

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Associate Broker C (435)-881-3741 • O (575)-758-1924 johnj.taosnm@gmail.com Live, Play, Retire in the Land of Enchantment

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LOCATION—LOCATION—LOCATION Large retail space with rear parking Both private & public entrances. Paseo del Pueblo Sur frontage (SR 68) within walking distance of Taos Plaza. Possible conversion to live/work space with upstairs apartment.

MLS # 104332 $335,000 ©2020 BHH Affiliates, LLC. An independently owned and operated franchisee of BHH Affiliates, LLC. Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices and the Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices symbol are registered service marks of HomeServices of America, Inc.® Equal Housing Opportunity.

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Qualifying Broker CRB Yvonne Lewis, Assistant to Broker Kristine Wood, Assistant to Broker JoelsTaosRealEstate.com jschantz@newmex.com 575-758-1924 • 800-530-8899

#1 Real Estate Company in Taos

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SECLUDED HAVEN Surrounded by nature and tucked peacefully on 3.4 acres in the meadows in Des Montes. Designed by well-known Santa Fe architect/artist: William Lumpkins, the solar situated home was built in 1986 entirely of adobe bricks.

Hand tooled ceiling beams and hand built cabinets throughout the home.

The home features Great room, four fireplaces, dining area, solar front room, three bedrooms with baths, office and art studio. Covered porch accessible via the dining room or art studio for dining al fresco, painting plein air or a quiet outdoor reading space. Detached Mueller custom steel 4 car garage.

Make this retreat yours! $1,185,000 MLS 103342

BEAUTY BALANCE AND NATURE Escape to this private compound on 26 acres with expansive views of the Taos Valley. The compound is comprised of a grand main house and two guest homes (total of 6 bedrooms and 4.5 baths); a balance of contemporary modern and ancient Pueblo architecture. While the views are grand, the houses live in balance with the surrounding high desert setting.

Elegant indoor entertaining areas transition with ease to the outdoor living spaces, meandering paths and plenty of private acres to explore. Embrace the balance of beauty and nature at this one-of-a-kind, elegant compound. $2,600,000 MLS 103520

MOUNTAIN RETREAT Tucked into the hillside in Taos Ski Valley with spectacular views of Kachina Peak. Tri-level ecologically and efficiently designed 3,300 square foot home features Great Room with large covered deck, wood burning fireplace and chef’s kitchen perfect for entertaining.

Spacious loft, large office and bath. Master suite and deck offers a place to retreat and rejuvenate. Guest quarters with efficiency kitchen, concrete and bamboo floors, custom cabinetry and T&G ceilings throughout. Attached heated 2 car garage on 0.47 acre next to the Northside with access to hiking, mountain biking and snowshoeing.

Price Reduced to $1,550,000 MLS 101589

HACIENDA DEL SOL This historic, secluded bed and breakfast is the pinnacle of Southwest Style and perfectly reflects the history, charm and wonder of Taos.

Situated on 1.2 acres of beautiful landscaped gardens, the property directly boarders the Taos Pueblo lands, offering a view of sacred Taos Mountain and the Sangre de Cristo Mountains that is rivaled by few others. With 12 beautifully appointed guest rooms, commercial kitchen & dining area, art gallery, guest living room, guest hot tub, and luxurious managers quarters, the property is turnkey and set up to continue as a highly successful bed and breakfast.$2,900,000 MLS 103718 ©2020 BHH Affiliates, LLC. An independently owned and operated franchisee of BHH Affiliates, LLC. Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices and the Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices symbol are registered service marks of HomeServices of America, Inc.® Equal Housing Opportunity.

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Joel K Schantz,

Qualifying Broker CRB Yvonne Lewis, Assistant to Broker Kristine Wood, Assistant to Broker JoelsTaosRealEstate.com jschantz@newmex.com 575-758-1924 • 800-530-8899

#1 Real Estate Company in Taos

314A Paseo del Pueblo Norte, Taos, NM 87571 • BHHSTaosRealEstate.com • 575 758 1924 • 800 530 8899

CAMINO DEL CIELO GEM 3 BR/2 BA 2998 SF Custom Home. Sunken living area, study/media room, dining area and remodeled kitchen. Large covered patio, attached 2 CG and 600 sf workshop on 1.00 acre. Located between Taos Plaza and Taos Ski Valley. $837,500 MLS 104383

VALVERDE COMMONS COHOUSING 3 BR/2 BA 1838 sf custom built home features unique architecture reminiscent of the nautilus form.

576 sf workshop/studio with half bath and 1 CG. Acequia on .18 acre. Commons house for community gatherings on town utilities. $539,000 MLS 104358

TAOS TERRITORIAL 1995 Orner Custom Build Adobe. Exposed adobe bricks, custom tin tiles and sconces give it that rustic country charm. A loft above the bedroom provides additional living space. This 3.00 acre parcel has reasonable restrictions. $342,000 MLS 104505

RUSTIC BOHEMIAN BEAUTY 2 BR/1 BA Adobe in Arroyo Seco. Fruit trees and irrigation ditch make living off the land a possibility. 3 tracts of land conveying for a total of 4.03 acres. These tracts may be sold individually if the new owner so chooses. $599,000 MLS 104378

FORESTED SANCTUARY CUSTOM BUILT 3 BR/1.5 BA home. Open floor plan and outdoor spaces provide room for ease in entertaining. Radiant floor heat, wood stove and trombe wall make this energy efficient. Private haven with mountain views on 3.1 acres. $449,000 MLS 102883

GOOD LOCATION GREAT PRICE In Town Revived 1930’s Bungalow located on Burch Street. Open, spacious living/dining area features wood burning fireplace, built-in shelves and cabinetry reminiscent of this era with oak wood floors. Close to plaza, restaurants and more! $335,000 MLS 104491

VISTA LINDA TREASURE 4 BR/3 BA 2609 sf home. Living room frames views with access to expansive covered patio for outdoor living. Gourmet kitchen, custom doors and corbels. 2 master suites main level and upstairs. Attached 2 CG on 1.28 acres. $580,000 MLS 104408

BLUEBERRY HILL BEAUTY Beautiful Well-Maintained 2 BR/2 BA. Open floor plan and skylights; this home has abundant natural light and views from every room. Office off the living area and attached 2 CG. Property is on natural gas and sits on .91 acre. $445,000 MLS 104478

ARROYO SECO ADOBE Nestled on .72 acre on a driveway lined with aspens, across a bridge with the sound of the running Arroyo Seco stream has a feeling of a private retreat. Great as a starter home or forever home. Close to TSV, restaurants and shops. $189,900 MLS 104516

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Qualifying Broker CRB Yvonne Lewis, Assistant to Broker Kristine Wood, Assistant to Broker JoelsTaosRealEstate.com jschantz@newmex.com 575-758-1924 • 800-530-8899

#1 Real Estate Company in Taos

314A Paseo del Pueblo Norte, Taos, NM 87571 • BHHSTaosRealEstate.com • 575 758 1924 • 800 530 8899

INN ON THE RIO Nestled Under Cottonwoods on the Rio Fernando just over a mile from Taos Plaza. 12 unit B&B began as a roadside inn and is a Taos Landmark known for its vibrant folk art style reflecting the rich and colorful heritage of N NM. $895,000 MLS 101576

TURLEY MILL SUBDIVISION Beautiful 13.14 Acres. Reasonable restrictions, road maintenance agreement, private and views make this a desirable neighborhood to live in. Building site with electric and broadband accessibility. Bring your horses! $215,000 MLS 103744

VISTA LINDA SUBDIVISION This 1.25 Acre Lot has views of surrounding mountains and amazing sunsets. Close to UNM and Taos Country Club. Just down the road is a 2500 acre BLM controlled nature area, easy to walk, hike or bike to and trails to the Rio Grande. $65,000 MLS 103677

HISTORIC KIT CARSON CORRIDOR Perfect for a Retail Store, gallery or professional office. High foot traffic, close to all town amenities... prime location to attract locals and tourists alike. 3373 sf space, 624 sf studio apartment and 1024 sf frame shop on 0.19 acre. Live/work.$875,000 MLS 103594

PRIME LOCATION Beautiful In-Town 0.25 acre parcel on tree-lined Dolan Street in historic Kit Carson corridor. and town amenities. City water, sewer and natural gas available. Zoned R-14. Hold for the future or build your dream home now! $125,000 MLS 101347

SECLUDED FOOTHILL LIVING On This 3.03 Acre Homesite located in Miranda Canyon, explore through the sage, piñon and juniper and arroyo. Enjoy 360 degree views. Secluded foothill living, this property is remote yet close to town. $55,000 MLS 100370

TIERRA DEL SOL 1.60 Acre Parcel captures beautiful mountain views and amazing Northern New Mexico skies. Reasonable restrictions accompany this property. Sewer stub out at lot. Telephone, electric, broadband, and natural gas. Build your dream home! $75,000 MLS 104465

MORGAN ROAD This In-Town 0.923 Acre Parcel located on paved Morgan Road with mountains views and just minutes from historic Taos Plaza. Zoned R-2, you can tie in to town utilities. Use your imagination and make your dreams come true! $99,999 MLS 103677

DESIRABLE NIGHTHAWK TRAIL Located in the Blueberry Hill Area, this 1.085 acre lot sits at the end of a cul-de-sac providing privacy yet offering beautiful views! Natural gas, electric and telephone available. Reasonable restrictions and road maintenance agreement. $49,900 MLS 103856

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Kiva Harris, Associate Broker

Brent Knox

Associate Broker cell: (806) 367-2040 rbrentknox@yahoo.com

Experienced Broker for Buyers & Sellers Longtime Taos Resident • Property Management

575-770-0569

Luisa Guercini

Associate Broker cell: (469) 569-8753 luisaintaos@gmail.com #1 Real Estate Company in Taos

kiva@newmex.com

#1 Real Estate Company in Taos 314A Paseo del Pueblo Norte, Taos, NM 87571 • BHHSTaosRealEstate.com • 575 758 1924 • 800 530 8899

LOVELY LAND!

SWEET SPOT!

You’ll Love this Unique 2 Acre Lot not far from the center of the Town of Taos. It is private & peaceful and has a very rural feel. A beautiful place to build with amazing views of Taos Mountain and El Salto to the north, and Picuris to the south. An acequia runs through it. Horses are welcome too. $72,500 MLS 104094

15 Acres! Trees AND beautiful mountain views!

Several great building sites on this spacious 15.2 acres with NO RESTRICTIONS. The terrain and land cover are varied, with many opportunities for creativity. A quiet setting with easy access to the Town of Taos and Taos Ski Valley. All this for $110,000 MLS 103555

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Well appointed, turnkey 1bed/1bath condo with private balcony. 1 mile from Taos Ski Valley base area. Outdoor hot tub, game room with foosball & ping pong table, exercise room, & library area with TV. Separate storage room with private locker for skis. Best condo dues in ski valley. MLS #104209 $179,900

Ski in ski out, turnkey 2bed/2bath condo located in Taos Ski Valley. Great room has vaulted ceilings & large windows that lookout over TSV children’s ski school. Enjoy playing games in front of a wood-burning fireplace. MLS #102249 $299,000

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MORE LAND! It will be easy to build on this level one acre lot with utilities near by. Very close to town with mountain views, as well as convenient access to Ski Valley Road. $47,900 MLS 104251

So Convenient to center of the Town of Taos and wellshare included. Power, phone, natural gas and fiber optic at lot. Great views. One acre. $54,900 MLS 99989

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Great location, ski in ski out, 1bed/1bath 4th floor condo with Juliet balcony overlooking Lift 1 (Al’s Run) offers some of the best views in Taos Ski Valley. Amenities include on-site management, ski valet, hot tub, sauna, spa facility, concierge, restaurant, bar, & convenience store. MLS #103607 $260,000

Lovely turnkey, 1bed/1bath condo 1 mile from Taos Ski Valley base area. Outdoor hot-tub, game room with foosball, darts, ping pong, exercise room. Library area with TV. Separate storage room with private locker for skis or golf clubs. Best condo dues in the ski valley. MLS #103676 $189,000

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Jan Rader, CRS, GRI CELL:

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Sweet in-town 3 BR/1.5 BA home with detached art studio. Centrally located but private. Convenient to everything! Many recent upgrades. Studio has enhanced wiring to accommodate kilns. Efficient Rinnai Energysaver wall heater in living room.

Large third bedroom would make a great office or family room. New vinyl plank flooring in living room, sun room, guest room, kitchen.

Great 2 BR/2 BA home in Adobe Vista.

Beautifully landscaped lot with private courtyards front & back. House is well maintained, hardly lived in. Lovely southwestern architectural details throughout, gas kiva fireplace in living room, vigas, plaster walls. Heated garage, ample storage. Good neighborhood, convenient location, perfect for full time or vacation living.

No w fees! Come check it out.

Spacious 3 BR/2.5 BA home in beautiful park-like setting adjoining the Randall Reservoir. 4.6 acres of lovely, private space where one can unwind & enjoy the visiting wildlife. Home features a solarium with hot tub & views, TV room/office, large bedrooms, lots of storage. Horse facilities include a barn with power & plumbing; possibilities are endless! Ride from home into Carson National Forest. This is a must-see, a true sanctuary only minutes from town.

Too many special features to mention, call for details and a showing!

MLS #104295 | $298,000

MLS #103489 | $348,000

MLS #104036 | $599,000

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Beautiful building site on Hondo Mesa, easy access. Utilities in the road.

Panoramic mountain and sunset views!

Nice neighboring homes. Easy access to Taos, Taos Ski Valley and Rio Grande.

Hiking, rafting, skiing, rock climbing, fishing only minutes away! 5 acres.

The only vacant lot left in Adobe Vista is available.

Town services, great neighborhood, more convenient than you can believe. Some fencing. Perfect spot for your new home.

Enjoy panoramic views and wide open spaces from this 2.54 acre lot just off County Road 110. Very convenient to UNM Taos and Taos Country Club. Hiking, biking, fishing nearby yet only minutes from town. Going solar? This spot has excellent southern exposure.

MLS 101077 | $70,000

MLS 102052 | $65,000

MLS 101176 | $35,000

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JEN HOFFMAN COLDWELL BANKER MOUNTAIN PROPERTIES WRITTEN BY TAMRA TESTERMAN

I asked Coldwell Banker Mountain Properties realtor Jen Hoffman a few questions about her career, what brought her to Taos and her family. She answered each question, and at the end of our interview offered this thought which captures the essence of this remarkable woman.

“I was thinking about how important homes and places of refuge are to me and what tugged on my heart with the little dog from Stray Hearts. There was this Facebook post of this scruffy dog that had been there for weeks and no one was claiming him – he was rescued from a dogfight. I think that’s what got me: this little guy needs a safe place to land and call home. I thought that was interesting how that resonates in my life, not just with real estate.

Homes in different avenues – not just buying and selling.”

She and her husband, Eric, have been married for 30 years, have three daughters and two dogs. The oldest daughter, Amanda Taylor, works with the construction and mill companies and is also a real estate agent with Coldwell Banker. The middle child, Abigail, is a graduate of UNM and a construction and civil engineer working at Sandia National Labs. The youngest, Amelia, is a student of media arts and film at UNM.

The family’s furry friends include a “gorgeous Newfoundland from Rocky Mountain Newfoundland rescue, Nakoda, and our comic relief, Buster, adopted from Stray Hearts over a year ago that is so homely he’s cute. [They are] two extremes – gorgeous and 150 pounds, and the definition of mutt and 15 pounds.”

ENTREPRENEUR, BUILDER & LIFE COACH Hoffman said the couple have been entrepreneurs most of their married life. They were restaurant owners in Iowa and later discovered the mountains of New Mexico. She said all the couple could think about after discovering the Land of Enchantment was “how do we get back there.” They made the move in their late 20s, thinking “they could do anything and as long as we could live in the mountains, everything else would fall into place.”

With a background restoring old Victorian homes, they knew they could fall back on construction as a new career. After starting a construction company in Angel Fire, they also started a log home company in Eagle Nest called “Mammoth Mill.” The company manufactured log homes from harvested standing dead timber.

Armed with construction and home knowledge and a love of homes, Hoffman got a real estate license three years ago. She said it was a good decision – she’s been a top producer in both the Angel Fire and Taos markets. What makes her a success in her own words is: “I think my strengths are construction knowledge and I dive in with my client’s dreams and what they’re needing their new home to be at whatever chapter of life they’re in. I’m a certified life coach and that has been a tremendous help in my relationships with clients and finding out what they’re looking for – it’s always more than just a dwelling.”

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Representing the Historical Classics and the Best Contemporary Artists

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14K Gold bracelets with Australian Opal and Natural American Turquoise by Gabriel Abrums

Located 3.7 miles south of the Taos Plaza #1 St. Francis Church Plaza, Ranchos De Taos, NM 87557 (575) 758.0504

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CASA ENCANTADA REALTY 107 Plaza Garcia, Suite B, Taos, NM 87571

Office 575-751-0013 Cell 575-770-0655 fishrman@newmex.com www.tedterryintaos.com

Ted Terry Qualifying Broker

Riverbend Subdivision

Riverbend Subdivision - All 17 lots totaling 100.33 acres.

First time listing for Lot 17 which is 32.66 acres with over 1/2 mile of river frontage. Can be subdivided into 8 tracts.

MLS# 103827/ $1,599,000 Owner/ Broker

Vista Linda Subdivision

Two lots near the end of Vista Linda Road. Utilities nearby. One with over the top views of the golf course and the mountain. The other lot lies lower.

Their common boundary is an arroyo that runs through.

MLS#s 100478 and 100479/ 2.99 ac and 2.82 acres / $57,000/$36,000

Rio Pueblo Acreage - At the bend in the river this 8.33 acres offers a superb buliding opportunity with 360 views and the priviledge of roaming around on over a mile of the lower Rio Pueblo riparian ecosystem.

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Riverbend Subdivision - Lots 1-16 totaling 67.67 acres. The property includes access to a mile of the lower Rio Pueblo and is bordered by Taos Pueblo on the west.

Five wells, electric and landline phone are included. We are not selling individual lots.

MLS# 98856 $899,000 Owner/ Broker

Dona Ana Drive

Two reserved development rights in the Terrazas del Sol condominium community.

Each RDR allows you to construct a condominium unit. El Valle sewer is onsite and there’s a well too. Sellers will discount for a purchase of both RDRs. MLS# 102293/ $40,000 and MLS# 102295/ $40,000

Upper Colonias - Two 6.16 acre tracts in Upper Colonias for sale. Adjacent to Valencia Rd & running down to Seco Creek. Water rights & river frontage. Perfect for small organic farm or horse ranch. Tracts are 309’ wide & 1000+’ long and share a well. 360º views abound.

MLS# 98204 $165,000 / MLS# 98205 $190,000

Ranchos Orchard - Truly affordable building lot with utilities on site. 1.85 acres with frontage on County 110. Drill a well and place a septic tank and you’re ready to go.

MLS# 102493 / $25,000

MAGEE BUILD, INC. Aaron Magee A premier builder in Taos since 2004

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A SENSE OF PLACE Casa Mariposa and its surrounding 19 acres were part of the Johnson dairy ranch in the 1930s and ‘40s and was surrounded by the Mariposa Ranch. Connie and Nat Troy bought the land in the early 1980s. Based on a recommendation from a bartender at the Hotel St. Bernard, the couple selected Antoine Predock of Albuquerque, not knowing of Predock’s growing international reputation.

The Troys met with Predock on the site and together observed the surrounding peaks, with Taos Mountain to the east and the snow-covered Truchas to the south. From the land, there are also long views to the west, dominated by flat-topped Pedernal and the more gentle-sloped mountain north of that which became the inspiration for the shape of

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the house. According to Nat Troy, Predock immediately saw what he should design, with the placement of the windows and the glass doors to frame the views and allow the full moon to shine in.

“We are traditional people and after we met with Predock, we were expecting a more conventional design,” says Nat Troy.

“When we visited next, he had a model of the home to show us. It incorporated aspects of pueblo and territorial design – however, it was anything but traditional. Although we were surprised, we loved it right away.” The interior of the home has a traditional feel with its wooden beams and plaster walls, points out Connie Troy. The home has won several design awards and has been featured in Architectural Digest and a book on the homes of the desert Southwest, among other publications.

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Bringing the Best in Real Estate Hidden Lake 10-20 acre Parcels starting at $84,000. LAKEFRONT available

COZY ALPINE CASITA

Taos Pines Ranch 10-20 acre Parcels starting at $100,000. Parcels bordering NATIONAL FOREST available

A 1 BD loft/1BA alpine getaway on 10 acres bordering Carson National Forest in Spectacular Taos Pines Ranch including an RV-sized 2/CG and a cozy sun room where you can watch the abundant wildlife up close and personal. there is lots of room to build your dream home facing the fabulous views. Horses welcome! $379,000

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throughout the Enchanted Circle FANTASTIC COMMERCIAL OPPORTUNITY Location, Location, Location... in business, it is everything!

This 2000 SF custom log home is located at the junction of Highway 64 and 434 at the one and only blinking light at the entrance to Angel Fire and sits on 5 acres zoned commercial. What will it be, an office, a restaurant, coffee house... let your imagination soar!

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CANON FOOTHILLS

Awesome sunset views, privacy and seclusion on this 3.05 acre lot nestled in the pine and juniper yet close to town yet far enough away to be your own private sanctuary.

$149,000 MLS 102874

GREAT PARCEL ... GREAT PRICE!

Enjoy mountain views, lovely stands of pine and Aspen on this 10+ acres parcel in the Angel Fire Resort

MLS 100326 $79,900

COYOTE CREEK ESTATES LOT 17

Only 10 minutes from Angel Fire Ski Area with NO RESORT FEES! This 2.62 acre parcel offers seclusion & views!

Electric & phone at lot, must drill well & install septic.

$78,000 MLS #102375

SKYLINE DRIVE

18.8 acres nestled in the Canon Foothills with southern exposure.

Fabulous views, backs up to Carson National Forest with no neighbors ...ever! Private gated drive is shale and south facing, making winter driving a breeze. Live above the town with the sound of the Rio Fernando below. $269,000 MLS #103414

69 ACRES IN HOLMAN

offer endless possibilities and fabulous views. Year round access $165,000 MLS 102321 Or buy only 44.6 Acres for $90,000 MLS 102323

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A private retreat 401 acres of lush meadows, stunning views, abundant wildlife, stands of Bristlecone Pine, 4 Elk Permits.

$2,400,000 MLS #92300

GENTLEMAN’S RANCH

with rugged beauty...bluffs, ravines,hills, grasslands, and rocky outcroppings make a stunning combination. The Ocate River winds through this 87+/- acre property. $350,000 MLS #100098

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GET TO KNOW THE ENCHANTED CIRCLE

The Enchanted Circle encompasses Taos, Angel Fire, Eagle Nest, Red River and Questa. Known for its magnificent scenery and outdoor activities, the Enchanted Circle makes an outstanding day trip. Drive time is approximately 3 1/2 hours, but make plans for frequent stops along the way. It’s worth the extra time to discover the hidden treasures of Northern New Mexico.

TOWN OF TAOS Taos Plaza rests at the heart of the historic district, surrounded by shops, galleries and restaurants within easy walking distance, in the midst of quiet residential areas. It has a relatively flat landscape filled with cottonwood trees.

Average home sale price: $254,896

BLUEBERRY HILL An area of sagebrush mesas, which is a popular area for houses.

Average home sale price: $288,125

UPPER LAS COLONIAS A varied area of sagebrush and juniper, with easy access to the town of Taos and affordable home options.

Average home sale price: $337,265

ARROYO HONDO, HONDO MESA A village of old adobes and other dwellings along the Río Hondo, with a rolling high desert mesa stretching toward the Río Grande Gorge. Includes popular fishing spots, as well as the historic John Dunn Bridge.

Average home sale price: $240,481

ARROYO SECO, EL SALTO, DES MONTES Arroyo Seco is a picturesque village of galleries, shops and cafes, surrounded by the beautiful landscape and gorgeous views of the mountains. El Salto and Des Montes have rolling terrain with orchards and ranches.

Arroyo Seco average home sale price: $375,181 El Salto average home sale price: $415,600 Des Montes average home sale price: $399,358

TAOS SKI VALLEY, VALDEZ Taos Ski Valley is world renowned with both national and international clientele. Most of the businesses are open year-round for outdoor enthusiasts of every season. Valdez sits at the foot of the canyon accessing Taos Ski Valley, providing high-altitude living amidst woodlands and valleys along the Río Hondo.

TSV average home sale price: $410,666 TSV average condo sale price: $315,620 Valdez average home sale price: $236,633

TAOS CANYON, CAÑÓN This area is replete with hiking trails and campgrounds.

Picturesque views of the mountainsides and the Río Fernando combine to form a lush, green landscape.

Taos Canyon average home sale price: $167,777 Cañón average home sale price: $287,200

TAOS COUNTRY CLUB, STAKEOUT AREA A relatively new area of development with broad expanses of land affording unbroken mountain views, as well as the piñon-and-juniper covered “Outlaw Hill,” where Old West outlaws hid out from the law.

Average home sale price: $342,444

RANCHOS DE TAOS, TALPA, LLANO QUEMADO Home of the most photographed church in the country (San Francisco de Asís), Ranchos de Taos is accented with quaint adobe structures, galleries and shops. High terrain and ridges afford views of the Río Grande Gorge and mountains.

Average home sale price: $199,684

WEIMER FOOTHILLS An upscale neighborhood of rolling hills, it is close to schools, Holy Cross Hospital and the Taos Youth and Family Center. Building restrictions keep mountain and foothill views relatively unbroken.

Average home sale price: $354,163

EL PRADO, RANCHITOS, CÓRDOVAS El Prado is comprised of meadows and ranch lands with small shops, cafes and other businesses along the highway. Ranchitos and Los Córdovas are similar but more residential. All have excellent views of Taos Mountain.

El Prado average home sale price: $256,666 Ranchitos average home sale price: $350,400 Los Córdovas average home sale price: $245,452

VALLE ESCONDIDO Nestled in the mountains only 20 minutes east of Taos, Valle Escondido offers spectacular views, USGA golf, stocked fishing lakes, swimming pool and playground and community social life at the historic log clubhouse, all enjoyed by full-and part-time homeowners, with community water and household trash removal included. Valle Escondido is surrounded by the Carson National Forest, offering year-round recreation: hiking, hunting, camping, mountain biking, ATV trails and winter sports.

A wide variety of homes can be found in Valle Escondido with an approximate starting price of $200,000.

ANGEL FIRE Cradled in the beautiful Moreno Valley, Angel Fire is a favorite destination for skiers in the winter and golfers, hikers and music lovers in the summer.

Average home sale price: $381,170

RED RIVER This historic ski town invites visitors to explore its Wild West history along with its many shops and restaurants.

Surrounded by the Carson National Forest, the village rests in a valley, with the Red River running through it.

Average home sale price: $310,350

QUESTA An agricultural town at the mouth of the Red River, with a compact downtown of shops and restaurants and a variety of rural housing tucked between the Sangre de Cristo Mountains and the Río Grande Gorge.

Average home sale price: $176,375

Joel Schantz, Berkshire Hathaway Home Services Taos Real Estate (www.BHHSTaosRealEstate.com), provided the information. DISCLAIMER: Statistics are based on MLS information for the period Jan. 1, 2014 through Dec. 31, 2014. Neither the REALTORS Association of New Mexico nor Taos County Association of REALTORS guarantees or is in any way responsible for its accuracy. Data is maintained by Taos County Association of REALTORS and may not reflect all real estate activity in the market.

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Mountain View Villas Now available for purchase.

Constructed by local builder Sticks & Stones Custom Builders.

3465 Mountain View Blvd.

Angel Fire NM

Angel Fire’s newest condo complex is at Mountain View Villas, where mountain living meets modern luxury and conveniences. Enjoy high end features such as the rock wall and fireplace, stainless steel appliances, and full size washer and dryer.

Contact for a Showing

575 -377-2331 harry@sticksandstonescustombuilders.com

High Quality FLOORING

Excellent Craftsmanship and Design Serving Angel Fire, Taos, and the Enchanted Circle

Angel Fire FLOORING AND WINDOW TREATMENTS

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Historic Taos Ledoux St. 237, 239, 241 Ledoux St – Taos, NM .094 Acres

Land, Building FOR SALE, not Businesses

Two Commercial/Residential Properties - .29 Acres Total

MLS# 104538 $685,000

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225 Ledoux St -Taos, NM .195 Acres

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of earthiness, of grounding, of life at its most basic. So any room that has one is special for me.

There is a house on Berninghaus that was owned by dear friends who otherwise live outside Houston, Texas. While the great room in their home was tremendous, with 18-foot ceilings, the dining room was relatively small and intimate. What I enjoyed most, and will always remember, was a kiva fireplace at eye height at one end of the room. One could look right into the fire while eating, and that I considered special. The home has undergone a major remodel, but I am quite sure the fireplace stayed. Simple, but important and impactful.

But folks like to gather in spaces where food and drink are available. And in today's world we likely can talk about areas rather than rooms. Most buyers these days are looking for an open floor plan so I expand this conversation to include the broader category of living spaces. And my most favorite of those are where there is a kitchen open to a living room or den so folks can both hang out, and feed, without having to leave the space they are in.

ROOMS WE LOVE…

BY HARVEY BLAUSTEIN

The last time I was assigned the theme of “rooms we love,” I wrote that few people love bedrooms. I then spoke up on behalf of kitchens and living rooms and great rooms and spaces where folks gathered. In my culture, it is always the kitchen, where the food is. But not for all. And I respect that.

What has changed for me is, as shown in the last issue of Enchanted Homes (although not much of it) is that my honey created a bedroom suite that I really love and spend lots of time in. So I changed my mind, which is allowed. I now include bedrooms in my mental list of rooms that I love – and it doesn’t have to have mirrors on the ceiling – although I am open to it. Nor does it have to have live fire – although I am open to that, too.

Rooms become special because of feelings they evoke. Most of us like to feel comfortable in our homes, so furniture, furnishings and art matter. For me a fireplace always sends a message

While he doesn’t build locally any more that I know of, I was always impressed by the kitchens Max Edelman created. I think of several homes on north mesa, off Millicent Rogers Road, where the spaces were generous and the finishes really spiffy. One doesn’t have to be a chef or a gourmand to enjoy the feelings he created. I loved those rooms. Max also did a house in Mariposa Ranch that I thought had several rooms that I loved – but I am no shill for him, nor was he the only guy around to do great rooms.

For me, a lover of kitchens, custom cabinets can make a big difference in the feel. As can counter tops. While I prefer the feel of wood under the hand rather than stone, I also buy into stone as better thinking. And while tile is much easier to maintain than wood, now that we have a wood floor in our kitchen I feel it is the best way to go. So very easy on the legs.

I will always remember the unique Ralph Lauren feel of the wood cabin on what was the old John Young Hunter estate, off Piedmont Road in Cañón. It was essentially one room, a very very cool bedroom, and it felt like and looked like it was built 100 years ago. Trimmed in red gingham fabric, it was so well done because the owners allowed the original feel to prevail rather than overdo it. The room I love spoke for itself.

Size does matter. While grand can be grand, so small can be warm and intimate. I have been in large spaces that have just blown me away but a small space, like the sitting room off our master, is a place I just love. One can be drawn to the many spaces that a great room can offer but I prefer feeling cocooned, personally, where I and whoever I am with, feel as one.

The rooms that I love in Taos are as varied as the housing that we enjoy. Some are truly great great rooms. Some are not. But each one has a unique feeling that makes it unforgettable – and unforgettable is a good thing.

Harvey Blaustein is a retired attorney and local real estate broker.

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603 Camino da la Placita Taos, NM 87571 575-737-5678 hblau4@gmail.com www.taospremierproperties.com

LA CRÈME DE LA CRÈME… For those in the market for the quintessential home site in the foothills east of Taos, we proudly offer 3 premier parcels off Verde Road in the upper reaches of Weimer. On a private easement where few go, 2 back up to wilderness & will be prized by horse folks or others for whom access to wilderness is so important.

All are at least 3 acres, have utilities nearby, and with views that are sweeping and grand.

STARTING AT $199,000 MLS #S103330, 103331, 103332

PREMIUM R-4 SITE NEAR THE PLAZA...

The most important phrase in our residential real estate market is “in walking distance to the plaza” because that is what most folks want when they look for a home here. For those that want to meet this need, we proudly offer a 4.25 acre site, the largest undeveloped R-4 location close to the plaza in town, between Salazar and Santistevan Roads, with frontage on Ranchitos, and access off Santistevan. $389,000

MLS #99029

THERE IS AN INTIMACY WITH THE MOUNTAINS... …from the prestigious Mariposa Ranch subdivision that makes it so special, and so desired, and we can help you create your world there.

We proudly represent the owners of lot 7, with its 360 degree views, where the parcels are large, the homes are grand, and the restrictions protective. Here is a premier location between the town of Taos and the Taos Ski Valley with easy access to the charming village of Arroyo Seco. $119,000

MLS #100582

PRIME COMMERCIAL LAND WITH HIGHWAY FRONTAGE… We proudly offer 11.28 acres of C-2 land along the highway that leads into Taos. Surrounding the Visitor’s Center, the trafc count at this location is high, the visibility great, and there is frontage on both State Highway 68 and Gusdorf Rd. $1,950,000 MLS# 99743

AN AFFORDABLE HOME SITE IN CAÑON… Down a country road, just outside the town limits - but reachable by most to the plaza, museums, galleries and shops - we proudly offer real value in a .957 acre home site in Cañon with water rights. While entitled to community water from a system otherwise shut to new connections, the property has its own well and a septic tank in place. Trees provide shade and the views towards the mountains and the sunsets are spot on. If you’re seeking a rural feel, while not being far away, come see what we have to offer. Your search has ended. $99,000

MLS #104294

“I AM A STRATEGIC THINKER, PAY ATTENTION TO DETAILS, AND GET THINGS DONE.” — HARVEY BLAUSTEIN, QUALIFYING BROKER

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In and around Taos...

MODERN SERENITY

HONDO MESA

ELEGANT TAOS FAMILY HOME

Perched on 6.7 acres overlooking the Hondo Valley, this 2 BD, 2 BA 1770 SF home is a rare nd. One feels the serenity and privacy of a retreat, yet is equidistant between Taos and the Taos Ski Valley. Spacious open oor plan, fabulous views and spectacular sunsets can be yours!

MLS 101177 $468,000

Quiet and secluded yet close to town and TSV this lovely home has it all.

4BD/2.5BA 3800SF on 1.67 acres with water rights offering fabulous views and a gourmet kitchen with high end appliances. An entertainers dream!

MLS 103147 $590,000

HARMONY IN THE HILLS Award Winning Design + Quality Construction = MAGNIFICENCE Add Location and you get Harmony in the Hills. This home has everything... over 4000SF, 3BD, 4BA, atrium with fountains, 2 ofces, art studio, meditation room, deck and private patios MLS #103431 $925,000

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GOOD THINGS COME IN SMALL PACKAGES

This off grid green building has copper kitchen counter tops and custom cabinets. The interior greenhouse has both a gray water planter and a new agua botanical system. 2Bd/2 Ba. MLS 98824 $475,000

This quintessential “hut house” is the most darling example of earthship architecture. Filled with charm, this 1BD/1BA off the grid home sleeps 4 and makes a great rental property.

MLS 102801 $188,000

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